Germany, once known for its strong industrial base, is facing a huge economic problem, and Volkswagen is feeling the heat. Here’s what’s happening:
The Big Problem: Germany’s Economy is in Trouble
Germany’s economy is struggling like never before. The country, famous for its strong manufacturing, is now seeing a decline in its industrial power. This is partly because of the end of cheap Russian gas supplies, which used to keep factories running smoothly. The Nord Stream pipeline, which brought gas from Russia to Germany, was sabotaged last year, making the situation worse.
According to experts, Germany’s recession is seen as the first falling domino within the EU, given that Germany has long been the flagship and a powerhouse of Europe.
Volkswagen’s Big Decision: Closing Factories?
Volkswagen, one of Germany’s biggest car manufacturers, is now considering closing some of its factories in Germany. This would be a huge deal because Volkswagen has never done this in it...